In Case of Emergency

Unexpected situations can occur when you are driving. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared.

911 is the emergency services phone number for most B.C. communities. If you’re in an area without 911 coverage, add local emergency numbers to your vacation contacts list.

Cell phone service may be limited in some areas. Consider taking paper maps with you. They're a good back-up if your phone runs out of power or you lose service.

Natural Disasters

Emergency Info BC is British Columbia's Official Channel for Emergency Alerts and will connect communities to information about current incidents.

Avalanche

If an avalanche blocks the highway, try to turn around and drive to a safe area. If you can't, remain in your vehicle with your seat belt on, call 911, and await assistance. Learn more about what to do in an avalanche.

Disaster response routes are designated for use by emergency personnel, and are not for private vehicles' use during an emergency situation. If you find yourself on a disaster response route during an emergency, exit the route as soon as possible to make way for first responder personnel.

Roadside Events

In an emergency call 911. This includes:

A downed power line

Natural gas smell

If the situation is not an emergency, you may call the following contacts:

In case of a spill, call 1 800 663-3456 or use the Report a Spill app (iOS / Android)

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